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Why do dogs have different coats? Experts explain – and give grooming tips for different types

  • Written by: Susan Hazel, Associate Professor, School of Animal and Veterinary Science, University of Adelaide
Why do dogs have different coats? Experts explain – and give grooming tips for different typesWildStrawberry / Shutterstock

Dog hair comes in many varieties, from shaggy to short, curly to straight. If you live with a dog, you live with their hair – on your couch, in your clothes, it’s everywhere!

Beyond colour, have you ever wondered what’s behind the differences in coat type?

We actually know quite a lot about why dogs...

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